Kirkland, Washington

Short-Term Rental Regulations — King County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50 per year (under $20,000 gross receipts) or $100 per year ($20,000+ gross receipts)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

kirkland.municipal.codes/KMC/7.02.300
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Kirkland, Washington

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Kirkland, Washington are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50 per year (under $20,000 gr).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Kirkland, Washington?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Kirkland, Washington.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Kirkland?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $50 per year (under $20,000 gr.

Where do these Kirkland short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Kirkland's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Kirkland, King County, or Washington authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.